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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: ; Roukoz A. Karam, M.D.[2]
Overview
There are no specific diagnostic laboratory findings associated with cancer on unknown primary origin; however, certain abnormal laboratory findings may help in locating the primary origin of the tumor.
Laboratory Findings
There are no specific diagnostic laboratory findings associated with cancer on unknown primary origin; however, certain abnormal laboratory findings may help in locating the primary origin of the tumor.
- CBC
- Iron deficiency may be a sign of gastric or colorectal cancer causing blood loss
- Urinalysis
- Hematuria may point towards bladder cancer
- Liver function tests
- Fecal occult blood test
- PSA